This year’s awards were hosted by Anele Mdoda. Picture: Supplied
Mzansi content creators were honoured and celebrated once again this year at the annual DStv Content Creator Awards.
The third instalment of the awards took place at Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton on Saturday, 12 October.
The awards shine a spotlight on the most innovative and impactful digital content creators in South Africa.
Each winner was awarded a uniquely designed trophy created by artist Shaun Oakley, known as @thatdamnvandal, along with a prize hamper valued at R7,000.
However, several winners also walked away with additional cash prizes.
Among the evening’s notable winners was anti-GBV activist Bella Monsoon, who received the Cause Award and a R10,000 prize sponsored by DStv Stream.
Cause Award: Bella Monsoon for “The Fight Against GBV” (received R10,000 from DStv Stream)
Thumb-stopping Award: The Black Wendy
Emerging Creator Award: Grace Mondlana
Song of the Year Award, powered by 947: Tyla for Water
Trendsetter Award: Coachella Randy
Storyteller Award: Josh Wide Awake for “Inside South Africa’s Most Dangerous Neighbourhood”
Social Commentary Award: Darren Campher
Podcast of the Year Award: African Story Magic with Gcina Mhlophe
Pan-African Creator Award: Mark Angel Comedy
Travel & Lifestyle Award: Chris Rogers (received a R10,000 LIFT Wallet)
Gaming Creator of the Year Award: Beamerboy TV
Foodie Award: Sifo The Cooking Husband
Fashion & Style Award: Nabilah Kariem
Beauty Award: Colour Me Simphiwe
Best Event After Movie Award: Rage Festival by G&G Productions
Spirit of Africa Award, presented by Amarula Premium African Gin: Colour Me Simphiwe (won R20,000 from Amarula Premium African Gin)
Best Creator Campaign Content Award: Chris Rogers for Bonaqua’s “Chug Life”
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